North Carolina’s bat populations are under severe threat, but the good news is that there are things you can do at your property to help preserve these essential members of our ecosystem. Curious about how you can help? We recently had the pleasure of being featured on WFAE’s Charlotte Talks with Mike Collins to discuss the critical role bats play and the urgent conservation challenges they face. This episode is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about bats and what you can do at home to support them.
The Bat Crisis in Our Backyard
As we discussed in the episode, the most significant threat to our bat populations is a condition known as white nose syndrome. It’s a devastating disease that has been spreading through bat populations for nearly two decades, pushing species such as the tricolored bat closer and closer to extinction. The fuzzy white growth that gives white nose syndrome its name disturbs hibernation cycles and burns key energy reserves that bats need to survive the winter.
Why Bats Matter
You might be thinking – “You’re a wildlife control company; aren’t you supposed to help get rid of critters?” While we offer bat removal services to our customers, our goal is to relocate them to a safer location that is safe for everyone. These remarkable flying mammals are nature’s pest control specialists, consuming nearly their body weight in insects, such as mosquitoes, every night.
The Importance of Expert Bat Removal Services
As a wildlife control company, we prioritize responsible bat removal practices. Although bats are extremely beneficial for pest control, when a bat roosts in a home or building, it’s necessary to relocate them to a safe place for both the bats and the humans in the area. In the episode, our team delves into greater detail about how we use humane methods to relocate bats that are living too close to people, and we also share information on how to make your property bat-friendly without inviting them into your home.
Listen to the Full Interview
Check out the entire interview by visiting WFAE.org or their Facebook page, or find “Charlotte Talks with Mike Collins” on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. You can also ask your smart speaker to play Charlotte Talks with Mike Collins.
If you need bat removal, we encourage you to contact our professionals for a service that balances effective solutions with conservation awareness.